Continuous Improvement Leader

M.C. Dean

Virginia

On-site

USD 135,000 - 169,000

Full time

33 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare benefits (medical/dental/ /

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k plan

Maternity leave

Job summary

Modular Mission Critical is seeking a highly skilled Continuous Improvement Leader to drive lean transformations across our manufacturing campus near Richmond, VA. You will optimize processes, lead lean programs, and act as a change agent to instill a culture of continuous improvement.

The role requires 10+ years of lean transformation leadership in manufacturing or related environments, with strong skills in VSM, Kaizen, 5S, and visual management.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
10+ years leading lean transformations in manufacturing, supply chain, or service environments.
Strong understanding of lean principles: value stream mapping, Kaizen, 5S, visual management, and waste reduction.
Demonstrated expertise in change management with ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with data‑driven solutions.
Exceptional communication, facilitation, and leadership skills.
Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

Lead end‑to‑end lean transformation initiatives across planning, implementation, and evaluation phases.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify opportunities and develop lean strategies.
Analyze processes to identify inefficiencies and implement lean methods to reduce waste and boost productivity.
Utilize value stream mapping, Kaizen events, and 5S for improvements.
Act as a change agent to foster a culture of continuous improvement and secure buy‑in.
Develop and deliver training on lean principles, tools, and techniques.
Establish and monitor KPIs to measure lean initiative effectiveness; report progress.
Stay current with industry trends and apply insights to drive innovation.

Skills

Lean leadership

Change management

Value stream mapping

Kaizen

Visual management

Data analysis

Project management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

About Modular Mission Critical

ModularMission Critical™ is the manufacturing campus for M.C. Dean’s complex, modular product line for datacenters and critical infrastructure. Located just north of Richmond, VA, this site is growing fast serving customers worldwide. Important openings include assemblers for our production lines and engineers and designers for products and continuous improvement. Join M.C. Dean’s more than 9,000 employees around the world making an impact through innovations in power and technology.

Overview

Why Join Us?

Our people are passionate about innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust,we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment for employees to build long-term careers.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Continuous Improvement Leader with a proven track record in leading lean transformations. The ideal candidate will be passionate about driving continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing processes, and fostering a culture of efficiency and innovation within our organization. As a key member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in identifying areas for improvement, implementing lean methodologies, and driving sustainable change to enhance operational effectiveness and drive business growth.

Responsibilities

Lead Lean Transformation Initiatives:

Drive end-to-end lean transformation projects, including planning, implementation, and evaluation phases.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities and develop comprehensive lean strategies aligned with organizational goals.

Process Optimization

Analyze existing processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement lean methodologies to streamline workflows, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.
Utilize tools such as value stream mapping, Kaizen events, and 5S to drive process improvements.

Change Management

Act as a change agent to foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
Provide guidance and support to stakeholders at all levels to ensure buy-in and successful implementation of lean initiatives.

Training And Development

Develop and deliver training programs on lean principles, tools, and techniques to build capability and empower employees to drive improvement at all levels of the organization.

Performance Monitoring And Reporting

Help establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of lean initiatives. Monitor progress and track performance metrics.

Continuous Learning

Stay abreast of industry best practices, emerging trends, and new technologies related to lean methodologies and continuous improvement.
Apply insights to refine existing processes and drive innovation within the organization.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Proven experience (10 plus years) leading lean transformations in a manufacturing, supply chain, or service industry environment.
Strong understanding of lean principles, including value stream mapping, Kaizen, 5S, visual management, and waste reduction techniques.
Demonstrated expertise in change management, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and develop data-driven solutions.
Exceptional communication, facilitation, and leadership skills.
Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

Abilities

Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
Sitting for extended periods of time.
Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Identify and understand the speech of another person.

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